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Florida Keys & Key West Dining Guide
 Bistro 245 at The Westin Key West Resort & Marina
Don't be surprised if you see local Florida Keys fishermen delivering their fresh ocean bounties right
to the back door of many of our best dining establishments.
From 5-Star gourmet restaurants to rough hewn "fish houses," here in the Florida Keys and Key West,
it's the "Catch of the Day" that gets star treatment on almost every menu. But don't sell the Keys short
on its range of other delectable dishes.
Our island chain is a magnet for world class culinary talents who are renowned for their award-winning
American, International and Florribean cuisine.
The island's highly acclaimed chefs are a tight knit bunch and their friendly competitive nature is a
perfect recipe for some of the most intriguing combinations of food you'll ever taste.
Here are some of the island's top tables:
KEY LARGO AREA
Ballyhoo's Grille
“Fresh Local Fish and Prime Steaks”
Housed in a quaint 1930's Conch House
which was once part of an early fishing camp,
this bustling Key Largo eatery serves up fresh
local fish along with prime steaks and hearty
sandwiches. Great seafood specialties include
crab-stuffed shrimp, pan-fried scallops, twin
lobster tails and Stone Crabs in season. Prime
Rib Nights every Weds. and Sat. Beer and wine.
Major credit cards. Located at MM 87.8 (On
The Median), Key Largo. Open daily for
lunch and dinner. Call 305-852-0822;
www.ballhoosrestaurant.com.
Bayside Grill
“Home of Keyribbean Kooking & Kocktails”
A “Conchdown to Sunset" Happy Hour, along with
innovatively prepared seafood, "Keyribbean" specialties,
Certified Angus Steaks, and outrageously good desserts
like the famous homemade Tira Mi Su make Bayside a
top choice with finicky locals and visitors. Come by boat or
by car. Full bar. Live entertainment. Major credit cards.
Open daily for lunch and dinner. Located at MM 99.5
Bayside, Key Largo. Call 305-451-3380;
www.keylargo-baysidegrill.com.
Buzzard's Roost
“Terrific Waterfront Hideaway”
You'll find some of the best food around at this intimate Keys
hideaway overlooking Garden Cove Marina. The fresh sauteed
Lobster Rueben and Corny Blue Crab Cakes are truly Blue Ribbon
worthy and you just can't go wrong with any of the fresh seafood
selections or Prime steaks. FYI: The Champagne Sunday Brunch
here is also outstanding. Wine and beer. Major credit cards. Full
service catering available. Open daily for Lunch, Dinner and brunch
on Sunday. Located at MM 106.5, Oceanside, (just Off US 1 at
Card Sound Road) Key Largo.Call (305) 453-3746;
www.buzzardsroostkeylargo.com.
DiGiorgio's Cafe Largo
“The "Little Italy" of the Upper Keys”
Chef/Owner Robert DiGiorgio's select menu of centuries-old
family Italian specialties, pizzas, Certified Angus steaks and
fresh, locally caught seafood dishes along with an extensive
international wine list, has drawn local chefs and appreciative
palates to his tables for over twenty years. Full bar with a cutting
edge, exotic liquor selection. Major credit cards. Open nightly
from 4:30 - 11 p.m. Located at MM 99.5, Bayside, Key Largo.
Call 305-451-4885; keylargo-cafelargo.com
Fish House Restaurant & Seafood Market
“Featured On The Food Network”
Heralded by Fodor's, Zagat, Southern Living and Travel & Leisure,
this Key Largo landmark is famous for its "Conch-style" cooking
and casual old Keys atmosphere. Fresh fish is the trademark here,
broughtin the back door daily by local fishermen and filleted on
premises. FYI: The homemade Key Lime Pie is as good as it gets.
Full bar. Major credit cards. Open daily for lunch and diner. Located
at MM 102.4, Oceanside, Key Largo. Call 305-451-4665;
www.fishhouse.com
“Highly Acclaimed Seafood, Steaks & Sushi ”
Sister to the famous Fish House, Encore offers up a completely
different dining experience. Fresh fish is still the trademark here
but you'll also find a wonderful selection of meat dishes as well
as a full sushi menu which you can enjoy in the lively piano bar,
beautiful outdoor tropical garden or intimate indoor dining room
where reservations are gladly accepted. Live entertainment every
Thurs. - Sun. Major credit cards. Open nightly at 5 p.m.Located
at MM 102.4, Oceanside, Key Largo. Call 305-451-0650;
www.fishhouse.com
Pilot House Restaurant & World Famous
Glass Bottom Bar
“Home of the Keys' Only Glass Bottom Bar”
Watch tropical sealife swimming right under your feet and
enjoy Chef Sal's exceptional local seafood dishes, hand-
trimmed steaks and prime rib along with a Raw Bar overflowing
with ice-packed All-You-Can-Eat Stone Crab, Snow Crab, lobster,
oysters, clams, mussels and shrimp. The outside Tiki Bar also
serves up a great selection of Keys casual fare. Daily Happy
Hour 4 - 7 p.m. Live entertainment nightly. Open daily for lunch
and dinner. Located at
13 Seagate Blvd, MM 99.5, Oceanside,
Key Largo.
(Turn at theblinking light and follow the signs) Call
305-451-3142; www.pilothousemarina.com.
Senor Frijoles
“Fresh Mexican Dishes and Margaritas”
Excellent Mexican food, tasty, handcrafted margaritas made with fresh
lime juice and spectacular sunsets are the de rigueur here where South
Florida-style seafood and Mexican food collide. The salsa, guacamole
and chips are all made from scratch and you just can't beat the All-You-
Can-Eat Taco Night every Weds. starting at 5 p.m. Full bar. Major credit
cards. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Located at MM 103.9, Bayside
in
Key Largo. Call 305-451-1592; www.senorfrijolesrestaurant.com
Sundowners
“Locally Caught Fish and Spectacular Sunsets”
The only thing better than the fresh, locally caught fish here, is the
unbelievable sunset. Great bread bowl soups, salads, sandwiches and
appetizers along with all sorts of interesting fish preparations. There's
also a good selection of steaks, ribs, chicken and vegetarian dishes.
Check out the All-You-Can-Eat Fish Fry every Friday night and the S
unday Brunch from 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Full bar. Major credit cards.
Open daily for lunch and dinner. Located at MM 104, Bayside in
Key Largo. Call 305-451-4502;www.sundownerskeylargo.com
ISLAMORADA /
TAVERNIER AREA
Atlantic's Edge Restaurant
“Tropical-Inspired, Fresh Local Seafood”
With sweeping views of the Atlantic and both indoor and outdoor seating,
this gracious landmark is Cheeca Lodge's signature restaurant, renowned
for its fresh tropical- inspired local seafood, year-round Bahamian colossal
stone crab claws, prime steaks, locally grown organic produce and decadent
house-made desserts. Cited as one of "Florida's 500 Best Places to Dine."
Full bar. Major credit cards. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Located at Cheeca Lodge, MM 82 , Oceanside, Islamorada. Call 305-664-4651;
www.cheeca.com
Blue Water Tiki Bar
“Casual Beachside Eatery”
This casual, open air beachside restaurant and poolside bar boasts gorgeous
open water views and excellent island fare. You'll find lots of local favorites
here including big, juicy burgers, quesadillas, fish tacos, crispy fried Conch,
classic lump crab cakes, lobster tempura and larger plates like seared tuna.
shellfish pasta, shrimp scampi, the daily native catch and hand-cut steaks.
Major credit cards. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Located at Islander
Resort, MM 82.1, Oceanside,Islamorada. Call (305) 664-2031.
Green Turtle
Islamorada's Iconic Restaurant & Bar
Filled with local nostalgia, this beautifully renovated restaurant
is home to Executive Chef Dan Harris who blends classic Keys
favorites with inventive fare like Turtle Chowder, Lobster Lasagna,
Scallops Papardelle and nine different preparations of local fish and
lobster. Daily Happy Hour 3 - 6 p.m. Full bar with renowned
international wine list. Full service catering and event planning. Major
credit cards. Reservations recommended. Open Tues. - Sun. from
7 a.m. - 10 p.m. The Turtle rests on Mon. Located at MM 81.2,
Oceanside, Islamorada. Call 305-664-2006; www.greenturtlekeys.com
Italy In The Isles
“Big Portions and Easy Prices”
Islamorada is now home to Brett and Towhee Swain’s popular Italian
cuisine and seafood specialties in what is being heralded as a welcomed
new addition to the local restaurant scene. This lively roadside spot is really
a great value and customers have described many of the signature dishes, a
long with the Prime Rib, as being “out of this world.” Open daily 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.
for lunch, dinner and Sunday Brunch. Full bar. Live entertainment nightly. Major
credit cards. Located at MM 82, Bayside, Islamorada. Call 305-664-4755;
www.italyintheisles.com
Kaiyo Grill
“Hip Euro-Asian Restaurant & Sushi Bar”
This hip, secluded dining jewel has a new menu that features island influenced
Euro-Asian cuisine artfully presented and showcasing ocean-fresh local seafood
in signature preparations as well as Wagu, Kobe and Certified Angus Beef, wood
grilled organic chicken, farm-fresh organic vegetables and world-class sushi and
sashimi. Extensive wine, beer and Sake list. Open Tues. - Sun. from 5:30 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Major credit cards. Located at MM 81.7, Oceanside, Old Hwy., Islamorada. Call
(305) 664-5556; www.kaiyogrill.com.
Lor-e-Lei Restaurant & Cabana Bar
“Best Keys' Sunset Celebration”
Cited as one of the "Best and Brightest Spots in Florida" by Power
and Motoryacht Magazine, this casual, family-friendly hangout is
home to the world famous Lor-e-lei Fishing Guides and lively Sunset
Celebration. Great casual fare with an array of tasty sandwiches, fresh
local seafood, ribs, steak and chicken. Live entertainment by local bands.
Happy Hour specials from 4-6 p.m. Major credit cards. Open Daily for
breakfast, lunch, dinner.Located on the water at MM 82, Gulfside, Islamorada.
Call 305-664-2692;www.loreleifloridakeys.com.
“The New Locals Joint”
It may not be fancy but MA's serves up some of the most
delicious fresh seafood in the Keys. Fried, grilled and blackened
seafood baskets come with hand cut fries, hush puppies and coleslaw.
Nightly specials are just as excellent especially the 14 oz Ribeye. The
homemade desserts, including the signature Key Lime Pie, are also
outrageously good. Special menu for kids, too. Beer and wine. Major
credit cards. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Located at MM 81.5,
Oceanside, Islamorada. Call (305) 517-9611.
Mangrove Mike's
“Voted Islamorada's "Best Breakfast Place"
"Mangrove Mike" Forster is a regular guy with a penchant for all
things Keys. He's been flippin flap jacks and serving up hearty
homemade breakfasts and lunche ssince 1998 and his small family
diner is an everyday stop for locals who appreciate comfort cookin'
at its best. Be sure to get there early. With big portions for under ten
bucks, this local's joint fills up fast! Major credit cards.Full service
catering. Open dailyfor breakfast and lunch. Located at MM 82.2,
Bayside, Islamorada. Call (305) 664-8022; www.mangrovemikes.com.
Mile Marker 88
Islamorada Landmark Restaurant
Overlooking the Florida Bay, this Islamorada
landmark boasts spectacular
sunset views and
is known for its fresh, locally caught seafood. An
array
of Sushi Rolls top the list of yummy appetizers
which also includes all kinds
of oyster preparations,
coconut prawns, caviar, escargot and conch fritters.
Grouper, Snapper and Mahi-Mahi can be prepared
in almost a dozen different
ways and there’s a good
choice of landlubber entrees, as well. Be sure to save
room for the critically acclaimed Key Lime Pie and
Baked Alaska. Open daily
for lunch and dinner. Full bar.
Indoor and outdoor seating. Major credit cards.
Located at MM 88, Bayside, Islamorada. Call
305-852-9315; or visit
www,milemarker88.info/
Nikai
Ultra-Cool Sushi Bar
Cheeca Lodge’s ultra cool Sushi Bar serves terrific fresh sushi and an
exceptional variety of Asian-inspired fare including the signature Miso
Glazed Black Cod, Imperial Lamb "Lollipops," Beef Nirvana, Malaysian
Stir Fry and Vietnamese Street Ribs. Specialty rolls including the “Big
Kahuna” -- a red tuna and avocado roll topped with lobster salad, toasted
macadamia nuts and pineapple-ginger glaze; and the “Dagwood Roll”-- a
tempura shrimp and avocado roll topped with blue crab, red tuna and sweet
soy sauce, are absolutely heavenly. A unique selection of Japanese Sake,
boutique wines and tropical cocktails are the topping on the cake. Open
nightly for dinner. Located at Cheeca Lodge, MM 82, Oceanside, Islamorada.
Call 305-664-4651 or visit www.cheeca.com
Tasters Grille & Market
“Award-Winning, Creative Caribbean Eatery”
Chef George Patti and Sommelier, Tom Smith win rave reviews for
their fresh, innovative food, retailed priced boutique wines and unusual
specialty beers. Special kudos for the Bacon Crusted Yellowtail Snapper
over butternut squash risotto, award-winning Smoked Fish Dip and fresh
Ceviches. In Tasters Market, you can pick up bottled wines, gourmet
cheeses, specialty cakes and customized gift baskets. Open daily. Closed
for Lunch on Sun. and Dinner on Tues. Located at Tavernier Towne Center
(Next to Post Office), Tavernier. Call (305) 853-1177; www.tastersgrille.com.
Whistle Stop Pub & Grille
The Keys' Best Burger
Don’t be fooled by its rough hewn exterior, the Whistle Stop is a
world famous Florida Keys institution and serves up some of the
best homemade food around including the Keys “Best Burger.”
Capt. Tom and his wife Kelley have won the hearts and appetites
of both locals and visitors alike with their terrific selection of brick
oven pizzas, grilled sandwiches, burgers, wraps, subs and daily
specials like the Old Fashioned Meatloaf and Country Fried Steak.
This is the place all the other chefs in the area come to eat when
they get out of work. Open daily 10 a.m.-3 a.m. Food served from
11:30 a.m.-2 a.m. The Whiste Stop liquor store is right next door
and stocks a wide variety of wine, beer & spirits at discount prices.
Open Mon-Sat 9a.m.-11 p.m., Sun 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Major credit cards.
Located MM 82.5, Oceanside, Islamorada. Call 305-664-2623;
Liquor Store call 305-664-4246 or visit www.keyswhistlestop.com.
Ziggie & Mad Dog's
Best Porterhouse Steak
Miami sportscasters, Jim “Mad Dog” Mandich and Randy
Kassewitz have teamed up with ace General Manager, John
Atkinson to turn the former Ziggie’s Crab Shack into a sleek and
sophisticated steak, chops and seafood restaurant that feels more
like Tommy Bahama than Ernest Hemingway. Orchid garnished
cocktails, international wines, an outstanding a-la-carte menu and
colorful celebrity clientele, make it one of the Keys top dining spots.
FYI: The Barbeque Rib Night on Sun. s fantastic and side dishes are
all big enough to share. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Full bar with
an exceptional wine list. Major credit cards. Located at MM83,
Gulfside, Islamorada. Call 305-664-3391;
www.ziggieandmaddogs.com.
MARATHON/BIG PINE &
THE LOWER KEYS AREA
Annette's Lobster & Steak House
“Award-Winning Desserts”
Annette is famous for her award-winning desserts but
customers also rave about the huge selection of fresh seafood,
certified Angus steaks, prime rib, chicken, veal, pasta and Rack
of Lamb. Healthy, fat-free, Stone Grill Dining is served table-side
on 750 degree granite stones. Great $5 lunch specials and Hot and
Cold Buffet Mon. - Fri. along with a terrific Sunday Breakfast Buffet.
Full bar. Major credit cards. Open for Lunch M-F; Dinner Nightly;
Sunday Brunch. Located at MM 83, Bayside, Marathon. Call
(305) 743-5516. Order Annette'soutrageous desserts securely
online at www.notyourmamastreats.com
Cabana Breezes
Breathtaking Oceanfront Setting
You can’t beat the Breezes breath-taking oceanfront setting,
fun-filled Tiki Bar or award-winning menu which features “Keys
Cuisine with a gourmet twist.” Appetizers like the Tuna Tataki,
Coconut Fried Shrimp and famous Lump Blue Crabmeat crab
cake are all stellar. The blue ribbon Seared Ahi Tuna salad is
also especially good as is the Chipolte Pasta Alfredo, Jamaican
Shrimp and fire grilled steak. Enjoy outdoor dining on the patio
or in the air conditioned dining room. The lively Tiki Bar is home
to some top live entertainment and serves the best Margaritas
around. Open daily 11:30 a.m. for lunch and dinner. Major credit
cards. Located at MM 53.5, at the end of East Ocean Dr., Key
Colony Beach/Marathon. Call 305-743-4849 or visit
www.cabanabreeses.com.
Frank's Grill
Highly Acclaimed Old-World Italian
Frank Farello’s highly acclaimed breakout venture embraces
his family's Old World Italian recipes but is also highly regarded
for the excellent American and Classic dishes, as well. Every
dish is handcrafted by Frank himself and includes signature
favorites like Snapper Francaise, Veal Piccata, Chicken Marsala,
Steak Roma, Shrimp Scampi, over a dozen pasta dishes and the
most delicious fresh fish preparations you’ll find anywhere in the
Keys. Open for lunch Mon.-Fri. from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; dinner
Mon.-Sat. from 5-9 p.m. Beer & wine. Major credit cards.
Located at MM 52, Gulfside, Town Square Mall.
Call 305-289-7772.
Key Colony Inn
Award-Winning Local Favorite
The big "Cheers-like" bar and an old time country club
atmosphere make the KCI a favorite hangout for locals and
in-the-know visitors. Chef/Owner Sergei Proudnik's diverse
menu includes over 75 Italian, fresh seafood and continental
specialties including the Fisherman’s Platter, Veal Oscar, Steak
Madagascar and Baked Lasagna. The Steak and Chop menu is
especially good and the weekend Prime Rib Special always draws
a big crowd. A popular spot for weddings and special events. Open
daily for lunch from 11 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.; dinner from 5-10 p.m.;
Sunday Brunch (in-season) 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. Full bar with daily Happy
Hour. Major credit cards. Located at MM 54, West Ocean Dr., Key
Colony Beach. Call 305-743-010 or visit online
at www.kcinn.com
Porky's Bayside
Funky Keys' Bayside Barbeque
This funky, open air restaurant with its signature fall-off-the-
bone ribs, is the only place to go for real lip-smackin', finger-l
ickin',roll-up-your-sleeves, down-home BBQ. Order Porky's
famous Smokehouse BBQ Pork and Beef, North Carolina Pulled
Pork or Citrus Marinade Cuban Pork as a lumberjacksize sandwich
or in a big basket with your choice of sides. Nightly specials like
the Beer Butt Chicken and Smokehouse Prime Rib are totally
addictive.Open daily from 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Live music nightly.
Beer and wine. Major credit cards. Located at MM47.5, Gulfside,
Marathon. Call 305-289-2065 or visit www.captainpips.com
Sparky's Landing
Voted Best Happy Hour
Matt & Carolyn Anthony's friendly, neighborhood dockside
hangout is where fresh-off-the-boat fish and generous cocktails
rule the day. Homemade soups, salads, yummy appetizers, Big
Boy sandwiches and seriously good entrees like the Crabmeat
Stuffed Grouper and fall-off-the-bone Baby Back Ribs are turning
this old time boater’s spot into a new island favorite. Open daily
for lunch and dinner. Full bar with a great Happy Hour from 4-6 p.m.
Major credit cards. Located at MM 53.5, Oceanside on the
Sadowski Causeway, Key Colony Beach/Marathon. Call
305-289-7445 or visit www.sparkyslanding.com.
Stuffed Pig
Real Keys' Home Cookin'
This small, bustling roadside cafe is a local institution and a
hugehit with visitors, as well. Big, homemade breakfast and
lunch specialties are the trademark here with house favorites
like Biscuits and Gravy; Lobster, Crab and Seafood Benedicts;
Texas French Toast; Chip Beef; Seafood Combos; BBQ Pork
Sandwiches; “Hog” Burgers; Conch and Lobster Fritters; Crab
Cakes and a host of daily specials including “Meatloaf Tuesday”
which always packs the house. Eat inside or out. Open daily
from 5 a.m-2 p.m., Sunday 6 a.m. until Noon. Beer and wine.
No credit cards. Located at MM49, Gulfside, Marathon. Call
305-743-4059.
BIG PINE & THE LOWER KEYS
Parrotdise Waterfront Bar & Grille
Birthplace of “Big Pecker Wines
The only beachfront dining between Marathon and Key West
where you can park your boat at the 300' dock and eat right
on the beach or dine inside with gorgeous open water views.
Owner Keb Leeman's diverse menu focuses on great appetizers,
salads, sandwiches on fresh baked breads, Angus Select Burgers
and geriously good dinner entrees. Package store on site. Daily
Happy Hour from 3 - 7 p.m. Major credit cards. Open daily for
lunch and dinner. Located at MM 28.5, Bayside at 183 Barry Ave.,
Little Torch Key. Call 305-872-9989;
www.parrotdisewaterfront.com.
SQUARE GROUPER BAR & GRILL
"Not To Be Missed"
Urban sophistication coupled with a well executed
inventive
menu, makes this unassuming roadside
spot one of the Keys’
"Top Pick" restaurants.. Two cozy dining rooms, deliciously
splashed with apple green and mandarin orange walls, set the
stage for wonderful dishes like the Yellowfin Tuna and Avocado
Eggrolls, Flash Fried Conch, Seafood Pasta with key lime butter
sauce and other heavenly delights. Excellent boutique wines and
micro brews. Open Tues. - Sat. for lunch and dinner.Located at
MM 22.5, Oceanside Cudjoe Key. Call (305) 745-8880.
www.squaregrouperbarandgrill.com
KEY WEST
ABBONDANZA ITALIAN RESTaURaNTA
“Big Portions - Great Prices”
Extra large portions of traditional Italian fare, family-friendly prices
and a relaxed, casual atmosphere, have made this a favorite Key
West dining destination and winner of the People's Choice Award for
"Best Italian Restaurant." You'll find all your favorites here along with
a delicious selection of seafood items and nightly specials. Large parties
welcome. Full bar. Major credit cards. Open nightly 5 - 11 p.m. Located
at 1208 Simonton St. Key West. Call (305) 292-1199.
BISTRO 245
“Voted Best Sunday Brunch”
Bistro 245’s top culinary team creates exceptional Caribbean cuisine
on Key West's scenic harbor front. You can enjoy breakfast, lunch or
dinner comfortably indoors or dine casually outside Westin’s Sunset Pier
which comes alive each evening with entertainment by the famous sunset
performers. Award-winning Sunday Brunch from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Full bar.
Major credit cards. Open Daily from 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. at The Westin
Key West Resort & Marina, 245 Front St., Key West. Call (305) 294-4000.
CAFE SOLE
“Innovative, Award-Winning Menu”
You'll think you've stumbled off the sidewalk and into Provence when
you step inside Cafe Sole and catch the scents of fresh herbs and sauteing
garlic. Chef/Owner, John Corea is a master of French sauces and his food
is a whoop of earthy, sun-drenched flavor. Must Trys: The Conch Carpaccio
and Hog Fish Snapper. Small groups and wedding parties welcome. Wine
and beer. Major credit cards. Open nightly 5 p.m. - ‘til. Located in Old Town
at 1029 Southard St., Key West. Call (305) 294-0230; www.cafesole.com.
COMMODORE WATERFRONT
“Highly Acclaimed Steak & Seafood”
Overlooking a fleet of luxury yachts in Key West's Historic Seaport,
thishighly acclaimed steak and seafood restaurant boasts one of the most
beautiful dining rooms in Key West and makes a perfect perch for breath-
taking sunsets. A variety of choice cut meats, fresh, local fish and an
international wine list are all first rate. Private outdoor dining balcony.
Full bar. Free parking. Major credit cards. Open nightly from 5:30 - 11 p.m.
Located at 700 Front St., Historic Seaport, Key West. Call (305) 294-9191.
CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD CO.
“Biggest Rum Bar Between Miami & Cuba”
This casual, Caribbean-influenced eatery anchors Key West's Historic
Seaport and is one of the island's most popular stomping grounds. A huge
raw bar selection and fresh local seafood is the specialty here but there's also
a good selection of pastas, steaks and specials. Happy Hour from 4 - 7 p.m.
draws throngs of locals -- especially on Fri. when the crowd swells to three
deep. Full bar. Major credit cards. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Located
at 631 Greene St., Historic Seaport, Key West. Call (305) 294-4403;
www.conchrepublicseafood.com.
DUFFY'S STEAK & LOBSTER HOUSE
“Best Surf & Turf”
This is the place to go for excellent, affordable and casual family dining in
the heart of Paradise. Renowned for their fresh Florida lobster and delicious
steaks, Surf and Turf, famous Key West Conch Fritters, and without a doubt,
one of the best Prime Ribs in town. Full bar with great tropical drinks. Major
credit cards. Open daily noon - 11 p.m. Located at 1007 Simonton St., (corner
of Truman Ave.) Key West. Call (305) 296-4900.
FLAMINGO'S CAFE
“Best Breakfast On Duval”
Vie and Mike Parsons' friendly cafe draws a dedicated crowd of locals and
in-the-know visitors who flock here for the big home-style breakfasts and
lunches. Specialty of the House is the Maryland Eastern Shore Crab recipes
and you'll find various incarnations of blue crab in everything from the Eggs
Benedicts and omelets to the "no-filler" crab cake sandwiches. Full service
catering. Major credit cards. Opendaily 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. for breakfast and
lunch.Located at 703 Duval St., Key West. Call (305) 295-6411
GRAND CAFE
“Outstanding Contemporary American Cuisine”
Located in a breathtaking Victorian mansion, this gracious restaurant raises
the bar for fine island dining. Enjoy truly memorable dishes in one of the
intimate dining rooms or outside on the big wrap-around porch and garden.
Winner of Wine Spectator's Award of Excellence with over 450 different
bottles and more than 20 wines by the glass. Private rooms for special events.
Full bar. Major credit cards. Open daily 11 a.m. -11:30 p.m. for lunch and
dinner. Located at314 Duval St., Key West. Call (305) 292-4740;
www.grandcafekeywest.com.
HARD ROCK CAFE
“Casual Eats That Rock”
Get a ringside seat overlooking the action on Duval while you chow down
on an excellent array of casual eats including homemade nachos, wings, s
pring rolls, the legendary 10 oz. burgers and rockin' dinner entrees like the
BBQ ribs, fajitas, pasta and grilled steaks. Be sure to check out the cool
Rock tees and memorabilia at the Rock Shop which opens daily at 10 a.m.
Full bar. Major credit cards. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Located at
313 Duval St., Key West. Call (305) 292-0230; www.hardrock.com
KELLY’S CARIBBEAN BAR,
GRILL AND BREWERY
“America's Southernmost Brewery”
Located in the Historic Home of Pan American Airways, the "Southernmost"
Brewery in the U.S. is famous for the excellent home brewed beers and fabulous
Key Lime Martinis. Enjoy House Specialties like the Coconut Shrimp,
Chesapeake-style Crab Cakes, Seafood Sautee and Filet Mignon under a garden
canopy of flora and fauna. A great spot for special events. Full bar. Major credit
cards. Open daily for brunch and dinner. Located at 301 Whitehead St., Key West.
Call (305) 293-8484; www.kellyskeywest.com
LATITUDES
“Stunning Beachfront Restaurant”
Within minutes, the free boat launch at The Westin Key West Resort
& Marina transports you to this spectacular restaurant on the island of
Sunset Key. Enjoy outstanding island cuisine in the ultra lux indoor
dining room overlooking the Gulf of Mexico or outside in the sand
surrounded by flickering tiki torches. Reservations required. Major
credit cards. Present ticket while dining for free parking. Sunset Key
Guest Cottages - A Westin Resort, 245 Front St., Key West. Call
305-292-5394; www.westinsunsetkeycottages.com.
LE BISTRO
At Croissants de France,
“A Little Bit Of Paris In Key West”
With its award-winning cuisine, delectable baked goods and hand sculpted
cakes, this intimate outdoor garden cafe is vintage Key West with the relaxed
atmosphere of a French Bistro. Breakfast and lunch served all day. Signature
dinners include Boeuf Bourguignon, Chicken Cordon Bleu, Fresh Catch,
Vegetarian dishes and nightly specials. Wine Tasting every Weds. Wine and
beer. Major credit cards. Freedelivery. Open daiy for breakfast, lunch and
dinnerfrom 7:30 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Tues. ‘till 6 p.m. Located at 816 Duval St.,
Key West. Call (305) 294-2624; www.croissantsdefrance.com
PISCES SEAFOOD RESTAURANT
“Small. Intimate. Candlelit.”
This award-winning, cozy, candlelit restaurant wins rave reviews for its
gracious, leisurely fine dining. The sophisticated menu features stand-
out appetizers like Beluga Caviar, Blue Crab Souffle, and Hudson Valley
Foi Gras. Outstanding entrees include the award-winning Lobster Tango
Mango, Yellowtail Snapper Atocha and Roast Duckling. Definitely save
one night for this ultimate dining experience. Open nightly for dinner.
Located at 1007 Simonton St., Key West. Call (305) 294-7100;
www.pisceskeywest.com.
SCHOONER WHARF BAR
“A Last Remnant Of "Old Key West"”
This funky, open air waterfront bar sits right on the docks overlooking the
marina. The food and mood are definitely Key West casual and the menu
here has all your island favorites including wings, nachos, burgers, fish tacos,
seafood platters, conch fritters, crab cakes and more. Great live music and
two daily Happy Hours from 8 a.m. - noon and then again from 5- 7 p.m.
Full bar. Major credit cards. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Locatedat 200R William St., Historic Seaport, Key West. Call (305) 292-3773;
www.schoonerwharf.com
SQUARE ONE
“Award-Winning American Cuisine”
Michael Stewart's award-winning restaurant gets high-fives for delicious,
artfully prepared food which infuses American classics with a playful mix of
global influences. The bar here is also very popular thanks to veteran mixologist,
“Patticakes” Hayes whose quick wit and island flair have mad him a local legend.
Exceptional wine list. Awards from Florida Trend, Gourmet, and DiRona. Major
credit cards. Open daily forbreakfast , lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch.
Located at 1075 Duval St., (At Duval Square) Key West. Call (305) 296-4300;
www.squareonerestaurat.com
TWO FRIENDS PATIO
"Casual, Open -Air Patio Dining"
Established in 1967, this family-owned, this casual open air patio restaurant has been
a downtown landmark for over three decades. The specialty here is fresh, local seafood
and you'll find a good selection of shrimp, fish, lobster, clams, oysters, conch and crab
along with really good char-grilled steaks and ribs. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and
dinner. The nightly Karaoke starting at 8 p.m. always draws a big crowd. Full bar. Major
credit cards. Free parking. Located at 512 Front St., Key West. Call 305-296-3124.
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